Almond Oil

Cultivated thousands of years ago in the middle east and in India,
the Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis or Almond tree has long been valued for both
culinary and skin care reasons. Dating back to the times of the ancient
Hindus, the use of almond derivatives has been included in a wide assortment
of skin care and beauty care products. Sweet Almond oil is produced mainly
in India. India is famous for its sweet Almond oil. The bulk of world sweet
Almond oil exports are majorly from India. Indian soil and climatic
conditions are conducive to producing and growing the best Almonds that
yield outstanding quality sweet Almond oil.

Sweet Almond Oil is a pale, straw-colored or colorless oil obtained by
expressing oil from the ripe seed kernels of Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis. The
fruit of the Almond tree is rich in nutrients such as Vitamin A, B1, B2, B6
and extremely rich in vitamin E. It consists mainly of Oleic and Linoleic
Triglycerides. Pure sweet almond oil contains many nutrients including
Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorous, and Vitamins E, B9 (Folate) and B12. These
nutrients nourish the body on the outside when applied topically.

Almond Oil acts as a lubricant on the skin surface, it moisturises skin
which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance. It is a rich emollient
which adds moisture to dry chapped skin and lips. Applying sweet almond oil
is a natural beauty treatment. Sweet Almond oil can be used for dark
circles, it will rehydrate the skin and reduce the fine lines and wrinkles
around the eyes, it will help to get rid of dry skin, wrinkles, impurities,
dead cells, it soaks easily in the skin and gives a glowing touch to it.

The benefits from using sweet almond oil include reducing discoloration on
the skin, and lips, and improving overall complexion. Since almond oil
features vitamin E, it also helps to reduce inflammation and irritation of
the skin, and irritation of hair. It delays the ageing process, relieves
itchy skin and body rashes. Sweet Almond oil acts as a lubricant in hair
products to promote shine and manageability. It acts as an emulsifying
agent, binding water and oil together. This oil features a light consistency
and is not oily, so it is readily absorbed by the skin.

Sweet Almond oil is widely used in cosmetics and personal care products, in
fragrance, lipstick, sunscreen products, skin care, night skin care,
cleansing formulas, bath oils, soaps, moisturizers and shampoos. When used
in shampoos, sweet Almond Oil imparts a desirable sheen to the hair and acts
as an oil and water emulsifier. Sweet Almond oil functions as an abrasive or
a bulking agent. Clinical studies indicate that Almond oil does not cause
irritation or sensitivity in individuals who do not have almond allergies.
However, it is important to note that individuals with allergies to other
members of the Rosaceae family may experience irritation when using products
containing Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis, in any form, has been found to be safe for topical
application by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel. However, sweet
almond oil is not expected to cause toxic reactions of any kind unless the
individual exposed to it is predisposed to severe allergic experiences
relating to almonds.